Ankle Replacement

What Is Ankle Arthritis?

Osteoarthritis develops when the soft protective tissue covering the ends of your bones begins to wear away or break down. The space between bones may also narrow, and the two sides of your joint may grind together. The friction can be quite painful, and it can cause pronounced inflammation in your ankle and foot. Because this part of your body bears your weight and absorbs the shock when you walk, run, or jump, ankle arthritis can be debilitating. Although it is less common than arthritis in the knees or hips, our doctors are familiar with appropriate treatment protocols and will provide outstanding care.

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Total Ankle Replacements

Total ankle replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces a damaged ankle joint with an artificial implant to relieve pain and restore movement. It is most commonly used to treat severe arthritis and can help improve mobility while preserving more natural joint function compared to ankle fusion. At Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin, treatment always begins with conservative options whenever possible. When these approaches no longer provide relief, our specialists develop a personalized surgical plan using advanced techniques designed to restore function, reduce pain, and support a safe, efficient recovery.

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Andrew Ebert, M.D.

Andrew Ebert, M.D.
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What Our Patients Say

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Dr. Seade did an excellent job on my torn rotator cuff repair! He also had to remove a bone spur and reattach my bicep muscle! My recovery has went very well and after 12 weeks I finally get to start strength training on my left shoulder and arm! I will be back barrel racing in no time!

LeAnn N.

I injured my shoulder over three years ago and had surgery to fix it (by a different physician). It just got progressively worse and I lived through it for three years.  I finally went to see Dr Seade for a full regular shoulder replacement.  It was an amazing experience!!!  He and his team are phenomenal!  I am going into the third month post surgery and doing strong in my PT.  The pain level is low, only sore muscles when I am doing PT.  A beautiful pain and I am on the trajectory to being me again!  Thanks to Dr. Seade and his amazing team!!!

Florence M.

Let me just tell you that if you need shoulder surgery there is only one place to go and that's Dr. Eddie Seade @ Orthopaedic Specialists of Austin. Dr. Seade and his entire staff take the cake when it comes to thoroughly lining out expectations, attention to details, detailed follow up and making sure that they answer all of your questions. Would not go anywhere else!!

Randy D.

Dr. Catlett took the time to explain the process of hip replacement and the robotics used He made my daughter and I very comfortable and confident with the procedure my daughter and granddaughter also will be having surgeries by these drs I would recommend them to anyone

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Have you ever had a doctor send you emails every few days before and after a procedure? No? What about to encourage you, check to see how you’re doing, or instruct you on what physical therapy would be best to start at home after your surgery? No? Then you’re working with the wrong doctor! Dr. Seade was proactive in reaching out- And it was greatly appreciated I have already highly recommended him to a few of my friends and acquaintances. I can’t speak highly enough about the confidence he gave me before during and after my procedure, thank you.

Kathleen V.